How far is Keeler, MI from Livonia, MI?

The driving distance from Keeler, MI to Livonia, MI is about 157.8 miles (253.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 145 miles (233.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
157.76 mi
02h 28m
Flight
145.01 mi
233.37 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
145.01 mi
Kilometers
233.37 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
157.76 mi
Kilometers
253.89 km
Drive Time
02h 28m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 28m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Livonia
Wed, May 13, 1:41 AM EDT
Return by in Keeler
Wed, May 13, 4:10 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Keeler
2026-05-12T23:13
Arrive Livonia
Wed, May 13, 1:41 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 28m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:28 AM to 12:28 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:34 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Keeler
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Albion
MI

City in Calhoun County, Michigan

From Keeler
78.8 mi
01h 14m
To Livonia
79 mi
01h 14m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
69°F
Tuesday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 17 mph S
Destination
37°F
Overnight

Patchy Frost

Starts
Tue, May 12 12:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph ENE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Keeler and Livonia.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Keeler and Livonia.

  1. 1

    Start on County Road 687

    5.4 mi · 8 min · County Road 687

  2. 2

    Take the ramp right

    1731 ft · 43 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    124.8 mi · 2 hr 14 min

  4. 4

    Keep slight left to continue on M 14: Plymouth

    4.7 mi · 5 min

  5. 5

    Keep right to continue on M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth

    2.4 mi · 3 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia

    15.1 mi · 16 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    3.8 mi · 4 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward Merriman Road

    1760 ft · 43 sec

  9. 9

    Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road

    146 m · 14 sec · Schoolcraft Road

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Merriman Road

    1.6 km · 2 min · Merriman Road

  11. 11

    Turn right

    30 m · 9 sec

  12. 12

    Turn right

    10 m · 2 sec

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Keeler and Livonia.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
13 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
County Road 687
131 mi · 83%
M 14 East
21.3 mi · 13%
M 14
4.69 mi · 3%
Merriman Road
1.32 mi · 1%
Schoolcraft Road
0.09 mi
Longest Stretch

County Road 687

Merge slight left

125 mi · 02h 14m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 28m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.8 mi
145 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Albion
01h 14m from Keeler
Leave By
1:34 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Keeler and Patchy Frost near Livonia.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Keeler to Livonia?

The road trip is about 157.8 miles (253.9 km) and usually takes 02h 28m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Albion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.8 miles from Keeler and 79 miles from Livonia.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 145 miles (233.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:34 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.00 one way or $42.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Keeler and Patchy Frost near Livonia.

Stop Ideas Near Albion

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Albion, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Albion.

RAIL

Albion station

1 mi away
300 North Eaton St.
RAIL

Jackson station

29 mi away
501 E. Michigan Ave.
RAIL

Battle Creek Transportation Center

37 mi away
104 Capital Ave. S.W.
RAIL

East Lansing station

57 mi away
1240 South Harrison Road

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Keeler and Livonia. Straight-line distance: 145.01 mi (233.37 km).

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#1 Keeler

Township in Van Buren County, Michigan

Population2,155
Coordinates42.1128200, -86.1666800
Altitude245
CountryUnited States
Livonia

#2 Livonia

The second most populous city in Wayne County, Michigan.

Population93,189
Coordinates42.3683700, -83.3527100
Altitude195
CountryUnited States
Start: County Road 687 (-86.16633, 42.112819)
End: (-83.352804, 42.368369)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 254 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 15m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 56m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 37m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 58m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.57 gal
21.07 L · about $21.00
Round trip
$42.01
11.14 gal · 42.14 L
Estimated CO2
49.5 kg one way
Round trip: 99 kg / 218 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $21.00 $42.01
Mid-grade $4.25 $23.69 $47.38
Premium $4.65 $25.92 $51.85
Diesel $5.30 $29.54 $59.09

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Keeler and Livonia. The current time is 23:13:38.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.